Scott Younker
Scott Younker is the West Coast Reporter at Tom’s Guide. He covers all the latest tech news, including phones, computing and more. He’s been involved in tech since 2011 covering everything from cameras and swimming pool equipment to the latest gaming consoles and smart TVs. He is on a seemingly never ending hunt to build the easiest to use home media system.
Before Tom’s Guide, Scott worked for publications like Digital Trends, Outdoor Photographer, Dead Beats Panel, and in a brief detour, America’s Funniest Home Videos. Yes, he has seen more pratfalls, silly pets and ridiculous home movie fails than is reasonably healthy.
When not writing about the latest devices or advances in chipsets, be sure to ask about Scott about disc golf and sustainability, or just if you’re being cheeky, ask about his noodle arm. If you truly want to get nerdy, bring up board games and his ongoing losing streak.
Scott joined Tom's Guide in 2024 as the West Coast Reporter. He graduated from the School of Journalism at the University of Oregon with a degree in magazine journalism and a minor in communications. While there he blogged or wrote for several magazines including the Fluxx, Ethos and the Oregon Commentator. He briefly wrote and managed a moderately successful blog focused on web comics.
Latest articles by Scott Younker

Apple's new HomePod with iPad-like display reportedly launching this year
By Scott Younker published
A new HomePod featuring a 7-inch display is reportedly on track to debut in 2025.

NYT Connections today hints and answers — Saturday, January 25 (#594)
By Scott Younker published
Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #594 on January 25.

Leaked memo reveals Apple’s AI plans for 2025 — this is what the company is focusing on
By Scott Younker published
A newly leaked memo from Apple reveals the company's two main priorities for AI in 2025.

iPhone 17 rumor reveals some Dynamic Island info — and it’s not good news
By Scott Younker published
An analyst with a strong reputation for iPhone forecasts claims that the size of the Dynamic Island isn't changing on the iPhone 17.

Apple hit with class-action lawsuit over allegedly toxic 'forever' chemicals in Apple Watch bands
By Scott Younker published
Apple is facing a lawsuit over 'forever chemicals' in its Apple Watch bands, but the company claims its bands are safe.

NYT Connections today hints and answers — Friday, January 24 (#593)
By Scott Younker published
Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #593 on January 24.

Apple breaks silence on CarPlay 2 delay — here's what's going on
By Scott Younker published
CarPlay 2 was supposed to come out in 2024 but now Apple has confirmed that it's been delayed but is still in development.

Apple temporarily limits notification summaries in iOS 18.3 update — here's why
By Scott Younker published
After a controversial start, iOS 18.3 disables AI notifications and summaries in Apple Intelligence.

New 3D Mario and Legend of Zelda remake allegedly tipped for the Nintendo Switch 2
By Scott Younker published
A retailer may have tipped a new Mario title and a Zelda remake or remaster for the Switch 2.

Samsung and Google's spatial audio tech is coming to Android — what that means
By Scott Younker published
Eclipsa Audio, Samsung and Google's spatial audio tech is coming to Android devices.

NYT Connections today hints and answers — Thursday, January 23 (#592)
By Scott Younker published
Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #592 on January 23.

Nintendo Switch 2 rumored to get at least 5 Xbox games — here's what we know
By Scott Younker published
A new rumor claims Xbox is working on porting at least 5 Xbox-only games over to the Switch 2. Here's what we know.

NYT Connections today hints and answers — Wednesday, January 22 (#591)
By Scott Younker published
Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #591 on January 22.

Nintendo Switch 2 launch month just teased by accessory maker — what we know
By Scott Younker published
A publisher and accessory maker may have revealed a potential release window for the Nintendo Switch 2.

NYT Connections today hints and answers — Tuesday, January 21 (#590)
By Scott Younker published
Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #590 on January 21.

Nintendo Switch 2 announced — live updates on new console
By Scott Younker, Rory Mellon, Dave LeClair last updated
Nintendo has debuted the Nintendo Switch 2 today. Here are the latest updates, and we currently know about the follow-up to the Nintendo Switch console.

NYT Connections today hints and answers — Saturday, January 18 (#587)
By Scott Younker published
Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #587 on January 18.

Samsung Galaxy S25 leaked promo materials just revealed specs and top AI features
By Scott Younker published
Before the next Galaxy Unpacked, a batch of marketing materials leaked, revealing some potential specs and AI features for the S25 series.

NYT Connections today hints and answers — Friday, January 17 (#586)
By Scott Younker published
Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #586 on January 17.

DJI will stop restricting its drones from flying over sensitive areas like the White House and wildfires
By Scott Younker published
The drone maker DJI recently decided to no longer restrict drones from flying over sensitive areas in the US.

NYT Connections today hints and answers — Thursday, January 16 (#585)
By Scott Younker published
Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #585 on January 16.

Latest Nintendo Switch 2 leaks detail GPU power and a new button
By Scott Younker published
Two different leaks popped up claiming the Nintendo Switch 2 will feature a more powerful GPU and a new button, possibly for chat.

NYT Connections today hints and answers — Wednesday, January 15 (#584)
By Scott Younker published
Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #584 on January 15.
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